Welbilt 1188 Owner's Manual

10-TON HYDRAULIC LOG SPLITTER

Owner’s Manual

WARNING:

instructions before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may
result in serious personal injury.

Read carefully and understand the RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION and

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Thank you very much for choosing a NORTHERN TOOL + EQUIPMENT CO., INC. Product! For future
reference, please complete the owner’s record below:
Model: _______________ Purchase Date: _______________
Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual to
become familiar with this product before you begin using it.

This machine is designed for certain applications only. Northern Tool + Equipment cannot be
responsible for issues arising from modification. We strongly recommend this machine is not modified
and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions
relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Northern
Tool + Equipment to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.

For technical questions please call 1-800-222-5381.

INTENDED USE

This 10-ton Log Splitter is designed to manually split logs up to 18in. in length.

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum Log Length 18in. L

Minimum Log Length 13 1/2in. L

Ram Stroke 8 1/16 in.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

In this manual, on the labeling and all other information provided with this product, pay attention to

these symbols.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all

safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

WARNING:

injury.

CAUTION:

could result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING:

serious injury and/or death.

WARNING:

conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and

caution are factors, which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious

Used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in fire,

The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

reduce the risk of personal injury and hazards due to over-pressurization. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THIS TOOL!

When using hydraulic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to

• Set up and use on a flat, level, solid surface outdoors.

• Wear ANSI-approved safety glasses with a full face shield, a NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator,

heavy-duty work gloves, a hard hat, and steel toe work boots during set up and use.

• Keep children away from the equipment, especially while it is operating.

• Do not leave the equipment unattended unless it is properly stored.

• Only use accessories that are recommended by Northern Tool + Equipment for your model.

Accessories that may be suitable for one piece of equipment may become hazardous when used on

another piece of equipment.

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating this piece of equipment.

Do not use this piece of equipment while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times for better control of the equipment in

unexpected situations. Do not reach over or across the equipment while operating.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep hair, clothing and gloves away from moving

parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

• Keep the equipment and surrounding area clean at all times.

• Use the equipment, accessories, etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner

intended for the particular type of equipment. Take into account the working conditions and the work to

be performed. Use of the equipment for operations different from those intended could result in a

hazardous situation.

• Moving parts can crush and cut, so keep hands and other body parts clear of the Ram Plate, Wedge,

and logs while splitting.

• Be thoroughly familiar with all controls and with the proper use of the Log Splitter. Know how to stop the

Log Splitter and relieve the system pressure quickly if needed.

• Make sure all fittings are tight before applying pressure.

• Be aware of the added length of the Log Splitter when transporting.

• If a log becomes jammed in the Wedge, back off the pressure and remove the log with a pry bar.

• Always operate the Log Splitter with all safety equipment in place and in proper working order, and all

controls properly adjusted for safe operation.

• Always relieve the system pressure before inspecting, cleaning, adjusting or repairing the Log Splitter.

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• This Log Splitter is designed to split logs up to 18in. long with a 6 1/2in. diameter, lengthwise with the

grain only (See Figure A).

• This product contains or, when used, produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm (California Health & Safety Code §25249.5, et

seq.).

• If an oil spill occurs, it must be cleaned up immediately. Dispose of fluids and cleaning materials as per

any local, state or federal codes and regulations. Store oil rags in a bottom-ventilated, covered, metal

container.

• Before use, check for poor alignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other

condition that may affect the equipment’s operation. If damaged, have the equipment serviced before

using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained equipment.

• Use the right equipment for the application. Do not modify the equipment or use it for a purpose for

which it is not intended.

• Keep all safety guards in place and in proper working order.

• Never add attachments to the Log Splitter, except for authorized accessories supplied by the

manufacturer with instructions for safe installation and use.

• Use the Log Splitter only in daylight so you can see what you are doing.

• Never attempt to change the height or speed of the splitting Wedge.

• Maintain labels and nameplates on the Log Splitter. These carry important information. If unreadable or

missing, contact Northern Tool + Equipment for a replacement.

• Have the Log Splitter serviced by a qualified professional using only original replacement parts. This

will ensure that the safety of the equipment is maintained. Do not attempt any service or maintenance

procedures not explained in this manual or any procedures when you are uncertain about your ability to

perform them safely or correctly.

• Do not allow anyone to operate the Log Splitter who has not read this manual or has not been

instructed on the safe use of the Splitter. The Log Splitter owner should instruct all operators in safe

Log Splitter operation.

• Store equipment out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons.

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